Manitoba Live Music Event

About

Young and old alike are invited to experience the magic and serenity of downtown's Princess Park, while enjoying the amazing talent of some of Western Manitoba's finest performing artists.

The FREE performances run every Tuesday from June 2nd to August 18th. All shows begin at 7 p.m. The public is encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for outdoor music-listening comfort.

PERFORMERS

Seamus O’Jibway

TUES. July 07
Princess Park

Seamus O'Jibway is a 7 piece band that plays Celtic, rock country and old time fiddle music. It consists of Larry Roulette, Caitlin Baker (fiddle/vocals), Genista Buhler (fiddle), John Thompson (lead guitar/vocals), Polly Schoonbaert (vocals), Greg Gibson (vocals/bass), and Doug Sullivan (drums) The show features plenty of energy, humour and good music so come and have a good time!

Prince Eddy House Band

TUES. July 14
Princess Park

Consist of the lovely talented Bruce Dunlop on banjo, local hero Bill Turner on everything else, Brian Giesbrecht on guitar tuner and Kerry Skinner hiding behind Bruce’s amplifier.

Heart’s Desire

TUES. July 21
Princess Park

Is composed of a trio of women who love the classics. You’ll hear everything from the Eagles to Patsy Cline, all sung in beautiful three part harmony! These ladies have performed for appreciative audiences all over Westman and never disappoint!

The 204

TUES. July 28
Princess Park

Is a young four-piece band from Brandon, Manitoba. Drawing from pop, rock and folk influences, these four teenagers put on a diverse and exciting show, featuring original songs as well as covers spanning every decade from the 60’s right up until today! With smooth three-part harmonies and catchy writing, you’ll be sure to leave each show whistling a tune.

North of Dixie

TUES. August 04
Princess Park

Is comprised of members from Gilbert Plains, Dauphin and Brandon. They play mostly Dixieland standards that are representative of the deep American South — New Orleans, a Mardi Gras style of music. Dixieland was most popular from the 20’s through the 50’s. It has a very much upbeat feel. Even the blues in Dixieland usually has a toe tapping swing to it. A fully complete Dixieland band has 8 different instruments: trumpet, clarinet, trombone, tenor sax, guitar/banjo, piano, bass and drums. North of Dixie will have 6 or 7 of these positions filled. Dixieland is a “happy music” which they enjoy playing. They hope listeners will appreciate this music as much as they do performing it.

Southern Country

TUES. August 11
Princess Park

Plays a blend of Country (both classis and modern) as well as Old Tyme music. Having fiddle, accordion, banjo, mandolin and guitars provides the opportunity for a wide variety of music. They are guaranteed to get your toes tapping and your feet out on the dance floor! The band has a lead vocalist plus two additional singers. There are also plenty of instruments to keep you entertained.

Swamp Gas

TUES. August 18
Princess Park

A folk, east coast, Irish music band, has been playing together for 13 years throughout much of Manitoba. Out of Neepawa, the guys originally got together to sing a tribute song for a retiring staff member and have since built a repertoire of well over 100 covers. With 8 different instruments and 4 vocalists, their audiences enjoy a range of sounds and tunes, both familiar and perhaps no so. Members include Greg Nelson, Blair Chapman, Ron Nordstrom and Lorne Lagimodiere.